Hydrogen is the simplest and lightest element on Earth – but by mass,
Hydrogen makes up about ¾ of all matter in the universe. Uncover the hidden depths of hydrogen in these
activities.
CONNECT:
- Watch the story of hydrogen at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KiNRls_pBnU
- Hydrogen is an element of contrasts: necessary to create water – and can be explosive – as seen in this actual hydrogen balloon tragedy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgWHbpMVQ1U
- What do fertilizers, transportation and electricity have in common? Hydrogen! Read all about these uses of hydrogen at https://hydrogeneurope.eu/hydrogen-applications
CREATE:
- Read these kid-friendly facts about hydrogen and do your own hydrogen experiment at https://www.scienceforkidsclub.com/hydrogen.html
- Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is a common household liquid made of molecules with two hydrogen and two oxygen atoms. You can do several science experiments with H2O2 at https://diyeverywhere.com/2017/12/11/6-fun-science-experiments-you-can-do-with-hydrogen-peroxide/
- Make elephant toothpaste by following this video’s directions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JSWHRwGaOqs
CARE:
- Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is sometimes used as medication. Find out its safety factors with kids at https://www.mskcc.org/cancer-care/patient-education/hydrogen-peroxide
- Hydrogen is now powering some cars because it is such a clean and efficient form of energy. See how they work at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5b6SthDbsE
- There are several ways to clean toys, including with Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2); use the guidelines at http://theguidefortoys.com/Blogs1/The-Cleaning-Guide-for-Toys.htm
CAREERS:
Getting a hydrogen-related job may be elemental: as a chemist,
scientist, doctor, manufacturer (and seller) or even astronaut! Get energetic
with hydrogen!
https://www.nasa.gov/topics/technology/hydrogen/index.html